fblosgatos - 2025: Daily Devotional Thought and Bible Reading

Matthew 4:1-11 - “Just Say No” - Today, we conclude our look at the fruit of the Spirit. How are you doing? I trust these daily reminders have given us the encouragement to keep growing in these fruit. Scripture Reading: Psalm 85-87, John 12

Proverbs 23:20-21; 25:16; Philippians 3:19 - “The Sin of Gluttony” - As you read these passages today, ask yourself if you're too indulgent in the wrong thing. Scripture Reading: Psalm 82-84, John 11

Proverbs 25:26-28 - “No Self-Control - No Protection” - If a city has no gates or a house has no doors the occupants are open to destruction. So is a person without self-control. Scripture Reading: Psalm 79-81, John 10

Psalm 141:1-10 - “Controlling our Tongue” - King David reminds us that we don't need to say everything that we want to say. We need to have self-control in what we say. Scripture Reading: Psalm 76-78, John 9

2 Timothy 3:1-9 - “A Lack of Self-Control” - This whole passage shows people who give in to all of their desires. And it does not end well. Scripture Reading: Psalm 73-75, John 8

2 Kings 7:1-11 - “Controlling our Indulgence” - If you were presented with anything you wanted, what would you do? These men "shared the wealth”. Scripture Reading: Psalm 70-72, John 7

1 Samuel 24:1-11 - “Controlling our Vengeance” - When we are hurt, we often want to hurt others. David resisted that urge. Scripture Reading: Psalm 67-69, John 6

Genesis 39:1-12 - “Controlling our Passions” - Joseph was not swayed by the constant temptation around him. He had control of his passions. Scripture Reading: Psalm 64-66, John 5

Titus 1:5-9 - “The Call to Self-Control” - We have seen other leadership qualities in the fruit of the Spirit. Here, self-control is demonstrated by not having a fighting spirit. Scripture Reading: Psalm 61-63, John 4

Acts 24:24-27 - “Self-Control and the Gospel” - The ninth fruit of the Spirit is self-control. Are we displaying that fruit? Scripture Reading: Psalm 58-60, John 3

2 Timothy 2:20-26 - “The Gentleness of a Servant” - Paul again reminds us of an important quality of a leader, which is a gentle spirit. Scripture Reading: Psalm 55-57, John 2

Romans 14:13-23 - “The Gentleness of Disagreements” - All of us will have disagreements with others. We must learn a gentle spirit in holding our convictions. Scripture Reading: Psalm 52-54, John 1

Philippians 4:1-9 - “Gentleness on Display" - As Paul mentions a "gentle spirit," he is referring to our "sweet reasonableness”. Scripture Reading: Psalm 49-51, Luke 24

1 Timothy 6:6-12 - “The Gentleness of Pursuit” - In our battles against sin, we can become hardened. But Paul tells us to pursue gentleness. How's your pursuit going? Scripture Reading: Psalm 46-48, Luke 23

Mark 3:1-6 - “The Gentleness of Healing" - Jesus’ heart broke for a man that people had overlooked. So He gently healed this man. Scripture Reading: Psalm 43-45, Luke 22

Colossians 4:1-6 - “The Gentleness of Salt” - Although salt can burn, it can also flavor and make us thirsty. How is our "salt" being given? Scripture Reading: Psalm 40-42, Luke 21

Proverbs 15:1 and 1 Peter 3:15 - “The Gentleness of Answers” - When we know the right answer, sometimes we give it harshly. Let's learn to give it gently. Scripture Reading: Psalm 37-39, Luke 20

\2 Corinthians 10:1-6 - “The Gentleness of Battle” - We don't normally associate gentleness with warfare. But Paul did. Scripture Reading: Psalm 34-36, Luke 19

Galatians 6:1-5 - “The Gentleness of Restoration” - When we see a person off the road, and we want to help them come back. Here's how we do it. Scripture Reading: Psalm 31-33, Luke 18

James 3:13-18 - “The Gentleness of Wisdom” - When we walk together with others, conflicts can come. But a gentle spirit can heal the wounds. Scripture Reading: Psalm 28-30, Luke 17

Hebrews 11:1-6 - “Faith and Faithfulness” - all of chapter 11 tells us about people of faith who remain faithful, see. Today, you get to see what made them faithful. Scripture Reading: Psalm 25-27, Luke 16

Nehemiah 9:1-8 - “The Declaration of Faithfulness” - Nehemiah came to the people and called for faithfulness in light of who God is. Can you hear him calling you? Scripture Reading: Psalm 22-24, Luke 15

Revelation 2:8-11 - “Faithful unto Death” - If we were asked to be a martyr, could we do it? We can if we stay faithful to the Lord. Scripture Reading: Psalm 19-21, Luke 14

Hebrews 10:19-25 - “Faithful Fellowship” - Consider your attendance record at church. How is it doing? Scripture Reading: Psalm 16-18, Luke 13

Hebrews 2:14-18 - “Our Faithful High Priest” - Whenever we go to Jesus, we know because of His faithfulness, He will always be there. Scripture Reading: Psalm 13-15, Luke 12